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4.0 out of 5 stars who Killed Sally Fenning?, Mar 2 2004

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Ratmammy "The Ratmammy" (Ratmammy's Town, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Last To Die (Hardcover)

LAST TO DIE by James Grippando

A wealthy woman leaves her estate to six people she had reasons to hate, in LAST TO DIE, a legal thriller by author James Grippando.

Flashbacks tell the tale of Sally Fenning, a woman who was attacked and whose daughter was viciously murdered by possibly someone they both knew. Sally's story does not end there, as she rises above the tragedy that was her life, to become a very wealthy woman, worth millions. When Sally is murdered on a public street, a murder that could have been planned by Sally herself, the rumors start flying. Sally had supposedly hired someone to kill her, but the question now was, " Who really killed Sally Fenning?"

Enter Jack Swyteck, criminal defense lawyer and all around good guy. His best friend is Theo Knight, a man that was once his client and was accused falsely of murder when he was a young man. His near-death experience on death row bonded Theo and Jack for life, and Jack would do anything for Theo. When Theo asks Jack to represent his brother Tatum when Tatum is named one of the six heirs to Sally Fenning's estate, a man that used to be a contract killer but has turned over a new leaf, Jack hesitates but agrees. What are friends for? When Jack learns that Tatum had been hired by Sally to kill her, but turned the job down, it is up to Jack to find out who really did kill Sally Fenning.

At the reading of the will, all but one of the six heirs shows up. What the other five heirs find out is that they were probably on Sally's most-hated list of people in this world, and her stipulation of this will dictates that only one will inherit it all. The one that is left alive wins. And with that announcement, the fun begins. One by one, each of the six heirs are murdered. As the surviving members realize what is happening to their competition, Jack and Theo race to find out who is behind these murders. Is it Theo? Is it Tatum? Or is it someone else? No one is safe until the murderer is caught.

This reader found LAST TO DIE an enjoyable, fast-paced book, and will return to read more by James Grippando. Finding out who was the murderer was not obvious and there were plenty of twists and turns to keep this reader interested. The side trip to Africa felt a little out of place, although the entire section was valid to introduce a secondary character important to the case. Otherwise, LAST TO DIE is recommended reading for those who enjoy a good who-dunnit!

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5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for thriller fans, Mar 9 2004

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A must read for thriller fans
I first started with this book by James Grippando, I know completely out of sequence but what a fantastic read. It was one of the best books I have read in such a long time (and I read Plenty). This book has a great opening, strong story with a satisfing ending. His characters are realistic and down to earth. I went out - persistently and purchased 5 of his other books and I am now a devoted fan. If you like this book read The Pardon and Undercover of darkness. James Grippando you have got my vote.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Would read it again!, Nov 23 2004

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Andre Labonte (Ottawa, Ontario Canada) - See all my reviews

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Although a little gorey and graphic, this book kept my nose stuck between the pages.
The concept behind the storyline is brilliant and original.
The characters are very well defined, and their stories unfold seamlessly.
Strongly recommended!

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4.0 out of 5 stars A fun well paced thriller
Miami criminal lawyer Jack Swytek agrees to represent his friend Theo's brother Tatum Knight. Tatum claims Sally Fenning tried to hire him to kill herself. Read more

Published on Feb 27 2004 by Larry Gandle

5.0 out of 5 stars On par with Grippando's previous excellent novels
What can I say? James Grippando has a uncanny ability to write stories that feel fresh and exciting. This book is a good follow up in the Swyteck series. Read more

Published on Dec 26 2003 by Kevin Gong

4.0 out of 5 stars (4 1/2) Read This Review - Not The Book Jacket
I was first introduced to the concept of "last to die" by a runaway bestseller titled THE TONTINE which was written by Thomas Costain published as a two volume set in 1955. Read more

Published on Sep 26 2003 by Tucker Andersen

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent read!
This is my favorite Swyteck novel so far (I have read all 3 in series up to date). I have read five of eight Grippando's novels and he hasn't disappointed me so far. Read more

Published on Sep 23 2003 by M. Steffen

5.0 out of 5 stars First To Applaud
In James Grippando's Last To Die, Miami defense attorney Jack Swyteck is an ethical, competent, and good-looking lawyer who finds himself smack dab in the middle of one of the... Read more

Published on Sep 18 2003 by Christopher B. Jonnes

4.0 out of 5 stars Keeps You Hooked
A good novel intrigues you from start to finish. James Grippando sucedes admireably in Last To Die by keeping his audience hooked throughout the 369 page thriller. Read more

Published on Aug 24 2003 by G. J Wiener

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Entertaining!
Mr Grippando continues to thorougly entertain me with his novels featuring protagonist Jack Swyteck. Read more

Published on Aug 10 2003 by fjmcmm

4.0 out of 5 stars 4 1/2 stars
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James Grippando is another of my favorite authors. He never has disappointed me yet.
His latest starts with a bang and doesn't let up till the end. Read more

Published on Aug 6 2003 by Konrad Kern

5.0 out of 5 stars Last To Die forces you to be the last one awake!
Start this book when you have plenty of time because you won't
be able to put it down. If you've read the other reviews you
know Sally Fenning left millions to people... Read more

Published on Aug 2 2003 by Karen Ladwig

4.0 out of 5 stars Solid and entertaining
When his best friend and ex-client Theo asks him to represent his brother Tatum, lawyer Jack Swyteck doesn't really have a choice. Read more

Published on July 24 2003 by booksforabuck